In this tutorial, you will learn how to:

• Create and rotate a globe.
• Bend 3D text.
• Set up a volume light.
• Create fog.

Files for This Tutorial

All the files necessary for this tutorial are provided on the program disc in the \tutorials\worldwide_designs directory. Before starting the tutorials, copy the \tutorials folder from the disc to your local program installation.

Lessons in This Tutorial

Creating the Earth Using Textures

Animating the Rotation of the Globe

Adding the Text for the Logo

Adding a Background and a Material

Adding a Spotlight

Adding a Volume Light and Volume Fog

Adding a Flare Effect